Online Master of Laws (LL.M.

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Online Business Law Certificate

Online Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Online Business Law Certificate

Dear Prospective Student,

Thank you for your interest in the nations most exciting legal education programs. On behalf of

the University of Southern California, I would like to personally invite you to apply for admission
to USC Gould School of Law.

With a more than 100-year reputation for excellence, USC Gould is one of the most prominent

law schools in the country. Our interdisciplinary curriculum is designed by expert legal educators
who take a scholarly yet practical approach, resulting in coursework that challenges even the
sharpest minds.

We are committed to delivering an interdisciplinary study of law because we recognize that

todays top lawyers must work closely with non-legal professionals. With the legal profession

constantly changing, we know its not enough to merely teach the facts of law. We teach students
how to apply their knowledge.

As you continue to do your research, please feel free to contact us at 1-866-803-3572 for any
additional information you may need. Our goal is to help you make an informed, confident
decision.

Thank you for considering USC Gould School of Law. We hope you will join the Trojan family!
Sincerely,

Dean Robert K. Rasmussen

USC Gould School of Law

University of Southern California

Online Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Online Business Law Certificate
International Expertise Begins with U.S. Law
Become a legal expert practicing on a worldwide stage.

As legal practice becomes more global, USC Gould School of Law has taken the initiative to adapt its methods and expand
its reach. We are proud to now deliver two of the nations most prominent legal education programs in an online platform,
making them available to law professionals around the world.

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Todays most promising international students trained in law enroll in the USC online LL.M. program to
learn the practical applications of the U.S. legal system. Upon graduation, these students can be viewed as
incredibly valuable and highly resourceful legal experts in their home countries, specifically for multinational
organizations, international law firms and foreign governments.
Certificate in Business Law

The rise of global commerce is swiftly making U.S. law the international language of business. Earning this
exclusive USC credential can increase a students marketability with top multinational employers looking for
this unique specialization. This certificate is available to both U.S. and international legal professionals.

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Online Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Online Business Law Certificate
Curriculum

Master of Laws (LL.M.) with Business Law Certificate

Diversity in Law

USC Gould School of Law attracts diverse students with different

levels of experience; yet all have the unique opportunity to
customize their curriculum according to their career goals.

Required Courses (17 credit hours)

Course Number

Course Title

LAW 510

Legal Research

LAW 520

Introduction to the U.S. Legal System

Programs of Study

LAW 603

Business Organizations

LAW 632

Business for Lawyers

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

LAW 658

Mergers & Acquisitions

Required Courses (3 credit hours)

LAW 710

Contract Drafting & Strategy

LAW 749

Securities Regulation

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

LAW 510

Legal Research

Elective Courses (Choose 4 credit hours)

LAW 520

Introduction to the U.S. Legal System

Course Number

Course Title

Elective Courses (Choose 18 credit hours)

Credit Hours

Credit Hours

LAW 505

Legal Profession

Credit Hours

LAW 508

Constitutional Law

Legal Profession

LAW 521

Topics in American Law

Constitutional Law

LAW 521

Topics in American Law

Master of Laws (LL.M.) with California Bar & Business Law Certificate

LAW 603

Business Organizations

Required Courses (25 credit hours)

LAW 632

Business for Lawyers

Course Number

Course Title
Legal Profession

Course Number

Course Title

LAW 505
LAW 508

Credit Hours

LAW 658

Mergers & Acquisitions

LAW 505

LAW 710

Contract Drafting & Strategy

LAW 508

Constitutional Law

LAW 510

Legal Research

LAW 520

Introduction to the U.S. Legal System

Master of Laws (LL.M.) with California Bar

LAW 521

Topics in American Law

Required Courses (15 credit hours)

LAW 603

Business Organizations

Credit Hours

LAW 749

Securities Regulation

Course Number

Course Title

LAW 632

Business for Lawyers

LAW 505

Legal Profession

LAW 658

Mergers & Acquisitions

LAW 508

Constitutional Law

LAW 710

Contract Drafting & Strategy

LAW 510

Legal Research

LAW 749

Securities Regulation

LAW 520

Introduction to the U.S. Legal System

LAW 521

Topics in American Law

Business Law Certificate

LAW 603

Business Organizations

Required Courses (14 credit hours)

Elective Courses (Choose 6 credit hours)

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

LAW 603

Business Organizations

Business for Lawyers

LAW 632

Business for Lawyers

Mergers & Acquisitions

LAW 658

Mergers & Acquisitions

LAW 710

Contract Drafting & Strategy

LAW 710

Contract Drafting & Strategy

LAW 749

Securities Regulation

LAW 749

Securities Regulation

Course Number

Course Title

LAW 632
LAW 658

Credit Hours

* Curriculum is subject to change

* Under the State Bar of Californias current guidelines, those with an online masters degree from an ABA-approved law school may be deemed eligible to meet the academic
qualifications required to sit for their bar exam. Our students will have the opportunity to take courses to meet the qualifications to sit for the California Bar exam.

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Online Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Online Business Law Certificate

Admission Requirements:
International Students

First law degree (LL.B.) or equivalent outside of

the United States

Official transcripts from all universities attended

Personal statement
2 letters of recommendation
TOEFL or IELTS score
Resume
LSAT: Not required

Summer Law & English Program

In addition to the curriculum provided here, we also provide an optional on-campus

Summer Law & English Program for foreign-trained legal professionals who would
like the opportunity to learn about the U.S. legal system while improving their
English abilities.
About the University of Southern California

U.S. Students
(Business Law Certificate only)
J D degree or equivalent
Official transcripts from all universities attended
Personal statement
2 letters of recommendation
Resume
LSAT: Not required

The University of Southern California is one of the worlds leading private research
universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts,
technology and international trade, USC enrolls more international students than
any other U.S. university and offers extensive opportunities for internships and study
abroad. With a strong tradition of integrating liberal and professional education,
USC fosters a vibrant culture of public service and encourages students to cross
academic as well as geographic boundaries in their pursuit of knowledge.
About USC Gould School of Law

The USC Gould School of Law offers a premier inter-professional education to

highly motivated students preparing for a career that will span the coming decades.
No school is better positioned to provide the education that will be the platform for
the next generation of lawyers practicing on a world-wide stage. The legal profession
is dynamic, and USC Gould has always taken pride in adapting its methods to
provide a legal education tailored to the needs of the current environment while
maintaining its strong core commitments.

Rankings & Honors

USC Gould School of Law is ranked 18th Best Law School
(U.S. News and World Report)
USC ranks #23 among National Universities (U.S. News & World Report)
USC ranked #1 for the eleventh consecutive time in International Student Enrollment
according to the Open Doors report by the Institute of International Education.

Accreditation
The University of Southern California and the
online Master of Laws program are regionally
accredited by the Western Association of Schools
and Colleges (WASC).

Ready to get started or have questions?

Call 1-866-803-3572 to speak with an enrollment advisor today.